At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know its our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers and contractors in the Country and we are a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that in turn build strong communities.
We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Uses safe work procedures that comply with safety policies and regulations. • Federal, state, local, and company policies. • Performs daily equipment walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained. • Safely and properly performs maintenance on paving machine. • Safely and properly operates adjusting mechanism of paving machine. • Bolts extensions to screed to adjust width as needed. • Heats screed at the beginning of shift. • Observes distribution of paving material along screed and controls direction of screed. • Cleans screed at the end of shift. • Communicates effectively, verbal, listening, written, and works with difficult people under high stress situations. • Self-motivated team-player with good interpersonal skills, ability to maintain positive customer relations, and act courteous and respectful of others. • Troubleshoots and problem solves situations, problems, material quality, equipment operation, repair, etc. • Monitors and discusses production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors. • Ensures OSHA, EPA, DNR safety and environmental regulation compliance.
Job Requirements:
The job requires steady to intermittent and repetitive physical activity, including standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, walking on uneven ground, lifting, carrying, pushing, shoveling, and raking.
Minimum Qualifications:
• One year or more experience operating screed equipment. • Has knowledge of the aspects of paving operations. • A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred. • Valid drivers license. • Must be able to work day shifts and night shifts. Shifts may vary according to project demands. • Must be able to work in all weather conditions. • Must be willing to travel if job requires. • Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
How to Apply:
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.
At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to our Screed Operator position.
Transferable Military Jobs:
• Air Force: Pavement and Construction Equipment Journeyman, Pavement and Construction Equipment Apprentice, Pavement and Construction Equipment Helper • Army: General Construction Equipment Operator, Rough Terrain Forklift and Loader Operator, Heavy Construction Equipment Operator, Horizontal Construction Engineer • Navy: Equipment Operator, Equipment Operator Basic, Advanced Equipment Operator • Marines: Motor Vehicle Operator
Application Instructions:
To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at www.kniferiver.com by the posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application online, you may print and send completed application to:
Knife River Corp 5450 W Gowen Rd Boise, ID 83709